Assistant Professor -History South

Assistant Professor - History of the South

Texas Southern University invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in the History of the South, to begin in the fall 2026 semester. We seek a dynamic scholar and dedicated educator who will contribute to the Department of History and interdisciplinary programs.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in the History of the South and related topics. The standard teaching load is 3 courses per semester. The position requires an active and successful research agenda, student advising, and service to the department, college, and university.

• Teach undergraduate courses in the History of the South, including specialized topics.
• Develop and teach graduate seminars.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including supervising thesis research.
• Maintain an active, independent research program in the History of the South or a closely related field.
• Produce peer‑reviewed publications and present research at regional and national conferences.
• Pursue external funding opportunities to support scholarly activities.
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
• Engage in outreach with local historical societies, archives, and communities.

Required:

• Ph.D. in History from an accredited institution (ABD candidates considered if degree in hand by Jan. 1, 2026).
• Specialization in the History of the South (any chronological period or subfield).
• Evidence of, or potential for, excellence in university‑level teaching.
• A promising record of research and scholarship.

Preferred:

• Thematic expertise that complements current faculty strengths.
• Experience teaching U.S. history survey courses.
• Experience or interest in utilizing digital humanities tools in research and teaching.

FTE: 1.0

Hiring range: $62,948.28–$81,832.00

Yes

Hours of work:
To be announced.

Contact the Department of Human Resources at 713‑313‑7521 for assistance applying.

EEO Statement:
Texas Southern University is an equal‑opportunity employer; all persons are considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.